1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1966 Rover P5
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Rover P5 (122 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Dodge Dart. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Rover P5 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1972 Dodge Dart. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Rover P5. (217 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Dart | 1966 Rover P5 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Dart | P5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2820 mm |